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What is the maximum theoretical yield of the alcohol in a Cannizzaro reaction, as a share of the aldehyde used?
A100 percent
B75 percent
C25 percent
D50 percent
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 50 percent
Two aldehyde molecules are needed to make one alcohol and one acid, so each product is at most half.
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